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Post by Wolfman on Jun 2, 2018 7:33:52 GMT -5
This straight Virginia consists of dark and light brown, very long flakes. I estimate it’s length is similar to a standard hardcover book. The flakes come very wet and I recommend drying them.
I sense hay, grass and wet earth. They can be folded and stuffed, or rubbed out. Either works well, but a loose pack is recommended.
I’ve smoked it in various briars and cobs. It can be smoked fresh or aged, and never disappoints. It burns very slow, so make sure you have at least an hour or more. It smokes and tastes great. If your into full body Virginia’s, I highly recommend it.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 2, 2018 7:56:01 GMT -5
Nice job Sam. It's been a staple for me.
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Post by Wolfman on Jun 2, 2018 8:10:16 GMT -5
@10furlongs
Thank you. It’s a staple for me as well. I tried to be as impartial as much as possible.
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Post by Legend Lover on Jun 2, 2018 11:03:21 GMT -5
Thanks. I must give it a go.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 2, 2018 12:37:19 GMT -5
One of the few straight VAs I really like - though I do seem to find it stronger than most people, nicotine-wise. Medium Flake is also very good. I don't think I've had a single SG blend I didn't like, some to think of it.
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Post by haebar on Jun 2, 2018 13:22:42 GMT -5
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Post by PhantomWolf on Jun 2, 2018 15:31:30 GMT -5
Sounds nice. I'll definitely have to procure some.
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Post by trailboss on Jun 2, 2018 16:42:24 GMT -5
That was a good review....
That Flake might be a good choice at some point for pipe tobacco of the month, as I believe that it is obtainable in both sides of the pond.
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Post by JimInks on Jun 2, 2018 17:40:38 GMT -5
FVF is my favorite straight Va. Good review, Sam.
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Post by Legend Lover on Jun 3, 2018 1:54:53 GMT -5
That was a good review.... That Flake might be a good choice at some point for pipe tobacco of the month, as I believe that it is obtainable in both sides of the pond. That's what I was thinking too. |
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Post by antb on Jun 4, 2018 2:34:04 GMT -5
FVF is my favorite straight Va. Good review, Sam. Ditto |
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Post by Stanhill on Jun 4, 2018 2:41:46 GMT -5
A great review, Sam. That tobacco just made my to-get list.
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Post by flyinmanatee on Jun 4, 2018 22:03:18 GMT -5
Just a few bowls in on my first ever tin and very much a newb piping perspective but I'm finding a sweet and tangy going back and forth instead of one dominating as my other Va. experiences. Very nice indeed but I'm hearing tiny voices begging for aging.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2018 22:59:55 GMT -5
Just a few bowls in on my first ever tin and very much a newb piping perspective but I'm finding a sweet and tangy going back and forth instead of one dominating as my other Va. experiences. Very nice indeed but I'm hearing tiny voices begging for aging. Aging vs fresh FVF is like night and day to me. My first time trying it was well-aged, and then when I had some fresh it didn't even seem like the same tobacco. It's now aging... |
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Post by william on Jun 6, 2018 18:15:05 GMT -5
How long @chico does it need to age? Are we talking months or years? I was thinking about grabbing some since it is showing up in stock again, but only in the 250 gram boxes. So that might be a perfect excuse to jar a bunch, and keep out a bit to try now.
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Post by gav on Jun 6, 2018 22:13:47 GMT -5
Awesome flake. Love how long and perfectly cut they are. Pure flake without any noticeable sugar vinegar topping.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2018 0:20:51 GMT -5
How long @chico does it need to age? Are we talking months or years? I was thinking about grabbing some since it is showing up in stock again, but only in the 250 gram boxes. So that might be a perfect excuse to jar a bunch, and keep out a bit to try now. The aged one I had was 5 or 6 years. Even in appearance it was much darker than fresh. But I'd say try it fresh, too. |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2018 18:44:41 GMT -5
william - I checked and it was actually 11 years old! Not sure when the window of greatness begins and ends.
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Post by Baboo on Jun 8, 2018 18:57:03 GMT -5
3+ years and FVF becomes ambrosia!
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Post by mgtarheel on Jun 8, 2018 22:39:51 GMT -5
FVF is one of my "go to" straight Va. Great review
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Post by toshtego on Jun 10, 2018 17:33:45 GMT -5
Good review!
I will have to include some in my next order if I can find it.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2018 22:05:23 GMT -5
Excellent review!!! I’ve smoked FVF for a number of years and I must say it’s one of my top two straight Virginia flake tobacco’s. Burns slow and cool in the pipes I have dedicated to this superb Flake......especially 2 of my Oom Paul Pipes. Still don’t know how to post pictures within this forum and if there is a grace period for new members to post pictures.
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Post by Legend Lover on Jun 11, 2018 5:37:48 GMT -5
Excellent review!!! I’ve smoked FVF for a number of years and I must say it’s one of my top two straight Virginia flake tobacco’s. Burns slow and cool in the pipes I have dedicated to this superb Flake......especially 2 of my Oom Paul Pipes. Still don’t know how to post pictures within this forum and if there is a grace period for new members to post pictures. Check out this tread for posting photos (we can't attach photos anymore due to size limit being reached)... thebriarpatchforum.com/thread/1483/post-photos |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2018 9:54:37 GMT -5
Thanks Legend Lover, appreciate your help.
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Post by Legend Lover on Jun 11, 2018 10:55:40 GMT -5
Any time, @lonecoyote
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Post by Wolfman on Jun 11, 2018 16:30:38 GMT -5
Excellent review!!! I’ve smoked FVF for a number of years and I must say it’s one of my top two straight Virginia flake tobacco’s. Burns slow and cool in the pipes I have dedicated to this superb Flake......especially 2 of my Oom Paul Pipes. Still don’t know how to post pictures within this forum and if there is a grace period for new members to post pictures. Thank you @lonecoyote, and welcome to the Patch! |
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